synchronize & crystallize me, she did

nothing more charming:
her daytime cooing responses
nothing more satisfying:
our silent rockabye bounces

like swinging in a hammock
those irresistibly sober stirrings
crystallized me like manna
fell from heaven, sustaining—

slow and steady to aid digestion
and provide comfort, affirming
all the bouncing, rocking, swinging
she, ensconced; I, ensconced:
soothing, calming—enthralling

had to get it out or burst—
nothing more satisfying than
her cooing responses,
except for the joy at having
a soundly snoozing baby

***

Add a few wrinkles and grays to the image below and pretend that’s me: ensconced in the miraculous moments I was given.

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An American Sentence:

“All the physical footage of their stay resides only in my mind.” ~ Selma

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This Post Has 21 Comments

Cheryl Batavia February 6, 2025 Reply

A touching poem about the joys of motherhood, Selma. ❤️ The 6-word story reminds us to enjoy those precious childhood years.
1. Selma Martin February 7, 2025 Reply
  
  Oh yes. Another one. I will curb my enthusiasm. Don’t want anyone to feel cloyed. 🤣
  I’ll try. Thanks Cheryl.
michnavs February 6, 2025 Reply

Ohh so touching Selma..I could imagine your joy ❤️😍
1. Selma Martin February 7, 2025 Reply
  
  Joy like I never knew before. Thanks, Mich b
Ephemeral Encounters February 7, 2025 Reply

Aww ❤️❤️
1. Selma Martin February 7, 2025 Reply
  
  I know. But it’s the truth, she did. And smoothed my rough edges she did … bless you Mags
  1. Ephemeral Encounters February 8, 2025 Reply
    
    Enjoy Selma., and thank you!
    Many blessings to you 🙏
VJ February 7, 2025 Reply

Nothing better than a sleeping baby. Love the rhythm of this, Selma
1. Selma Martin February 7, 2025 Reply
  
  Thanks dearly VJ. Hugs.
  1. VJ February 8, 2025 Reply
    
    Welcome.
Monkey's Tale February 7, 2025 Reply

Love this, your grandchild will too when she’s old enough. Maggie
1. Selma Martin February 7, 2025 Reply
  
  You say nice things. Thanks Maggie
Sadje February 7, 2025 Reply

A beautiful and heartfelt poem Selma.
1. Selma Martin February 7, 2025 Reply
  
  I love it that you read it dear Sadje. Thanks for the support.
  1. Sadje February 7, 2025 Reply
    
    Always a pleasure
Michele Lee February 7, 2025 Reply

Isn’t that the truth. 🥰 Thank you for the sweet share, reminding me of those precious moments, when the world stopped in a most delightful way. 💕
1. Selma Martin February 7, 2025 Reply
  
  The world stopped in a most delightful way. Amazing. Thanks for reading my sweet. You rock.
  🤘🏽
  
  I’m such a slow poke. I’m working on getting to your post asap. I will get there eventually. 🙇🏻‍♀️
rajkkhoja February 7, 2025 Reply

Nice & heart touching poem, Selma. I love the rhythm of this words written you.
1. Selma Martin February 7, 2025 Reply
  
  I’m so please you liked it, Raj. You have a big heart. Bless you
yvettemcalleiro February 7, 2025 Reply

That was beautiful, Selma!

Yvette M Calleiro 🙂
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1. Selma Martin February 7, 2025 Reply
  
  Wait a few years till it happens to you. It will you know. Your college man will give you the pleasure I know. Nothing you can do to prepare you. Your cup will runneth over too like it is mine right now. 🤗